Q&A for the adopted

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The triangle represents the adopted child, adoptive parents, and the biological parents. The heart represents the love that they share for the child.

Lucy Cape and Lilly Murphy, Reporters

Q: Would you say getting adopted was an emotional time?

A: Yes, it felt like finally being apart of the family we were meant to be with.

 

Q: How long did it take for you to be adopted?

A: It took about a year due to the COVID pandemic, but usually it takes a few months.

 

Q: What was the adoptive family like beforehand?

A: Like we were biologically here, this is definitely the family we were meant to find.

 

Q: What was the best part of getting adopted?

A: The best part would have to be after the adoption when all of my family had gathered together and was just talking.

 

Q: What was the process before and during?

A: I had to consult with our lawyer before the actual case, but other than that it was a simple process.

 

Q: What was your favorite part of the process?

   A:  Meeting them for the first time, immediately we felt at home even if we had only been there for a few days.

 

Q: Did you have a celebration for the event?

   A: Yes, many of my friends and family came and celebrated.

 

Adoption can be a long and scary process for many, but it can also be a time of beautiful change. Many have struggles with not finding a family once they are away from their own. This has been an amazing experience for not just me, but the rest of my adoptive family.